Block Paving - Stage One.
Our first task upon arrival on site
is to fully excavate the site. This will either be a manual
operation or heavy plant and machinery may be used, depending
on the size of the task in hand. The site is then dug out to
a depth 4-8" allowing for 4" concrete and the necessary sub-base.
Finally the site is compacted and the shuttering put in place
to determine the final shape of the paved area.
Block Paving - Stage Two.
At this stage the project
really begins to take shape. The wet concrete is delivered
from a ready-mix concrete lorry into wheel-barrows or a dumper.
It is then laid and levelled ensuring that all future rainwater
will fall off leaving no puddles. The surface is then completely
smoothed off and a dry colour hardener (base colour) scattered
over the top. This colour is then floated in using trowels.
The secondary release-agent colour (chalk-based) is then applied.
The textured and patterning mats are then stamped in all over
the area.(the chalk prevents sticking).The main stage is now
over.
Block Paving - Stage Three.
This stage will be done over 1 or
2 days depending on the time of year and weather conditions.
Firstly, the crack control joints are cut in to a depth of
an inch approximately. The site is then completely pressure
washed as are the surroundings. The crack control joints are
then filled with mastic. When completely dry the area is sealed,
which immediately enhances the look and protects it for years
to come.
Our range of installations include:
- Block Paving for driveways and patios
- York stone and pre-cast slab paving
- Granite sett and circular sett paving
- Perimeter walling and raised bed walling
- Water features.
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